Sr. Designer

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a Designer to join our growing team. The person in this role will use computer-based tools to design parts and assemblies, create production drawings, and manage BOMs for small, medium, or large projects. The Designer will also originate, develop, or modify product designs from conception to finished manufacturing documentation assuring quality, manufacturability, functionality, serviceability, and cost has been considered.

Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Staunton, VA - Hybrid

What you will do:

• Create engineering documentation including Solidworks, modeling, fabrication and purchase drawings that conform to Daikin standards.
• Translate engineering/marketing intent into manufacturing documentation.
• Work with Marketing/Sales to provide documentation for original designs or custom modifications of current products to meet weekly production schedules.
• Exhibit a sense of design and mechanical aptitude with abstract thinking and reasoning skills.
• Demonstrate creative ability, accuracy, and cost effectiveness.
• Complete work assignments within determined time frame and use judgment in determining assignment goals.
• Gain knowledge of design and manufacturing practices, processes, and Daikin products.
• Demonstrate an understanding of legacy bill of material systems and product structuring logic.
• Be part of and function in a team environment including cross functional and inter-departmental teams.
• Participate in or lead special team projects.
• Give work direction to Designers and train other Designers to perform work.

What's in it for you:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

• Vocational or Technical Degree or AAS degree in Engineering, Design or related
• 2+ years of related design experience
• Knowledge of SolidWorks, Creo or Catia or other related program(s)
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with sheet metal design and/or HVAC products
• 5+ years of related design experience

Benefits: Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
• Company provided life insurance + optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage, and voluntary accident coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company-paid holidays




• Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state, and local law requires a faster accrual




• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state, and local law
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

The typical hourly pay rate(s) for Designer role ranges from $28.60 - $ 45.67 in Virginia. The range(s) displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade(s) in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.